State rep. asks DHS to consider additional SNAP improvements
Several weeks ago, state Rep. Marvin Lim, D-Norcross, sent a letter to the Georgia Department of Human Services asking the agency to explain certain mental health parity reports. Now the Atlanta area Democrat is asking DHS to consider additional changes as they work to lower Georgia’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payment error rate.
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We’ll be back with our daily Peach State political news tomorrow, and be on the lookout for the latest issue of James Magazine – our annual ‘Top Lobbyists’ issue, coming online and hitting mailboxes this week!
Ag commissioner calls for stronger protections for specialty crop producers
Agriculture remains the number one industry in Georgia, and the state’s Ag Commissioner Tyler Harper wants to ensure stronger protections for farmers who continue to face significant challenges. Harper announced Monday that he is calling for the United States Trade Representative (USTR) to prioritize protections for American specialty crop producers as the bilateral negotiations of the United States – Mexico – Canada Agreement (USMCA) continue.
The final verdict on Atlanta as a World Cup host
As the final whistle blew on Argentina’s stunning comeback victory over England in the FIFA World Cup semifinal match last Wednesday, it also marked the end of Atlanta’s hosting duties and the conclusion of a remarkable summer in the city that by almost any metric has to be viewed as a dazzling success.
Savannah airport gets new aviation safety training tool
The Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) is getting an upgrade that officials say will increase safety, reduce delays and modernize air travel. U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter, R-GA, announced recently that the Department of Transportation (DOT) has awarded $7.6 million to replace the current air traffic control training system at the airport. The funding is part of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act of 2024.
MARTA reports 4.7 million riders during World Cup, without major crimes
Argentina or Spain will win the World Cup Sunday, but MARTA is already celebrating a win, announcing Friday that it moved 4.7 million riders during the 35 days of events in metro Atlanta, with no major crimes reported.
Trump targets election data coverup; Georgia next?
Last night President Donald Trump exposed a cover up of the largest breach of voter registration in history. In a speech, he said 220 million voter files, including names, addresses, phone numbers, political affiliations and more have been stolen by Communist China to exploit U.S. elections since 2020.
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Ga. CEO: How Georgia Power is shoring up the north metro Atlanta grid
Georgia Power Area Manager Jeff Butterworth discusses several projects aimed at enhancing grid reliability in the northern metro Atlanta region in this video from Georgia CEO:
Both candidates for state school superintendent say they will push for change
Georgia’s longtime Republican state school superintendent is touting his experience to fend off his Democratic challenger, who calls herself a change agent.
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Opinion: No more penalty on hard work in Georgia
Georgia is at an economic crossroads. Over the past several years, the state has grown rapidly, attracting new residents and businesses while climbing in national rankings for competitiveness. Yet many Georgia families don’t feel that prosperity in their daily lives.
Opinion: Georgia’s three-tier system deserves protection
Georgia’s beer industry is thriving. Craft brewers across our state produced more than 585,000 barrels of beer in 2024, ranking 11th nationally in craft malt beverage production. From small-town producers to well-known brands, breweries are investing, expanding and creating jobs in communities across Georgia.
Opinion: In Georgia’s “Original Vision,” a 21st Century Call to Action
On Feb. 12 Georgia will celebrate the 293rd anniversary of its founding by Gen. James Oglethorpe in 1733. Georgians should be proud that the 13th British American colony has become a political and economic powerhouse. Thanks to a highly productive workforce, accommodating tax laws and strong public infrastructure, various news outlets have ranked Georgia as the best state for business in America.
